The exchange of opinions and advice especially in legal issues; consultation.
Bleſſed is that man that hath not walked in the counſaile of the vngodly: nor ſtand in the waye of ſynners, and hath not ſit in the ſeate of ſkornefull.
Exercise of judgment; prudence.
They all confess, therefore, in the working of that first cause, that counsel is used.
Advice; guidance.
I like thy counsel; well hast thou advised.
To give advice, especially professional advice, to (somebody).
From Middle English counseil, conseil, from Old French conseil, from Latin cōnsilium; akin to cōnsulō (“take counsel, consult”).
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The lawyer counselled his client to remain silent.
To recommend (a course of action).
I would counsel prudence in this matter.